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Cozy mysteries with secrets

worth uncovering

I’m Steven T. Duff, author of small-town cozy mysteries filled with antiques, clever sleuths, and secrets that won’t stay buried.

If you love stories that comfort as much as they intrigue, you’ll feel right at home here.

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Pour a cup. Get comfortable.

Let’s unravel something together.

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Small-town secrets.

Quiet streets, loud whispers, and histories that won’t stay buried.

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Antiques with stories.

Every relic hides a clue—sometimes a motive.

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Sleuths you’ll root for.

Smart, human, and a little stubborn when it counts.

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Where should you begin?

Relics, Riddles, and a Rogue

Some relics belong in the past, but others refuse to stay buried.

When Eliza Montgomery finds a dead historian’s diary in her antique shop, it stirs up more than dust and memories. Sheriff Ryan Carter calls it an accident, but the diary hints at feuds, treasure, and secrets worth killing for. As Eliza follows the clues, danger creeps closer through the quiet streets of Cedar Bay.

Now she must uncover the truth—before she becomes part of its history.

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Whispers of a Poisoned Past

A forgotten diary, a haunted manor, and a town that never lets its secrets rest.

When Alice Grant uncovers a chilling journal, it leads her straight to Willow Bend Manor and the tragedies it hides. A gathering turns deadly, leaving Alice and retired detective Walter Bishop to face the shadows of the past. Each clue draws them closer to a truth someone will kill to protect.

And if Alice isn’t careful, she could become the next name written in the diary.

Death in the Gallery

An art museum, a priceless collection, and a murder that silences a quiet town.

When a gala ends in bloodshed, Detective Claire Whitmore steps into a world of secrets framed behind every painting. Whispers of greed and jealousy swirl through the museum’s halls as suspects multiply by the hour. But each revelation pulls her closer to something far more personal—and far more dangerous.

In a gallery full of art, someone is painting the perfect crime.

Granny's Got A Shovel

A quiet town, a shocking crime, and a grandmother who won’t let gossip write the ending.

When Edith “Granny” Malloy’s grandson is accused of murder, she trades knitting needles for her trusty shovel. With two loyal friends and plenty of determination, she digs into decades of lies beneath Mosswood Hollow’s charm. But each clue unearths another betrayal hiding behind familiar smiles.

In a town where secrets run deep, even Granny’s sharp wit might not be enough.

The Suitcase Beneath the Floorboards

A boarded-up nursery, a hidden suitcase, and a name that feels too familiar.

When Vera Cartwright inherits her grandfather’s decaying boarding house, she hopes for a new start—not an old ghost. Beneath the floorboards lies a child’s suitcase and a story the town swore to forget. As whispers of fire and loss resurface, someone will do anything to keep the past buried.

But Barrow Creek never truly forgets—and neither do its ghosts.

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The mystery is better solved together

Inside the Cozy Community you’ll find polls, puzzles, recipes, cover reveals, and our

Early Access Club—where members get first dibs on advance reads and sneak peeks.

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Relics, Riddles, and a Rogue is my gift to you—a warm, twisty short mystery to enjoy with your favorite mug. Pop in your email to get instant access and occasional notes from me.

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Meet Steven T. Duff

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Hello there — I’m Steven T. Duff, and I write cozy mysteries with secrets worth uncovering.

If you love stories filled with antiques, bookshops, small-town charm, and just enough intrigue to keep you turning the pages, you’re in the right place. My books are crafted to feel like curling up with a warm blanket, a cup of tea, and a puzzle you can’t wait to solve.

I write mysteries that bring comfort and curiosity together. You’ll meet all kinds of sleuths — from antiques experts to retired detectives, from witty grandmothers to small-town historians. Each mystery has its own flavor, but they’re all united by one goal: to keep you entertained, comforted, and pleasantly surprised until the very last page.

I’d love for you to join my Cozy Mystery Community, where readers get early access to new books, bonus stories, and cozy extras like recipes and character notes. Think of it as your seat by the fire, alongside fellow mystery lovers.

Thanks for stopping by my little corner of the internet. I hope you’ll download your free starter mystery and join me on this journey. After all…

Every antique has a story. Every mystery has a soul.

— Steven T. Duff

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Why Readers Love These Mysteries

Readers say Steven T. Duff’s mysteries are

“the perfect mix of cozy comfort and page-turning suspense.”

Here are just a few words from the community:

  • A wonderful mix of charm and intrigue — I couldn’t put it down!

  • The characters feel like old friends. Every mystery keeps me guessing until the very end.

  • Cozy, clever, and deeply satisfying. Steven T. Duff has become one of my go-to authors.

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